Veterinary Assistant Job at Openwork, Houston, TX

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  • Openwork
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Now Hiring: Veterinary Assistant

Location: Harris County, TX.
Pay: $16.50 per hour | Weekly Pay.
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 hours per week | Rotating weekends.
Employment Type: Potential Temp-to-Hire.

Build a Career Helping Animals Every Day.
Openwork is partnering with Harris County to hire a compassionate and dependable Veterinary Assistant . This role offers hands-on experience in a clinical and shelter environment where your work directly supports animal health and community care.

If you are passionate about animal welfare and ready to grow your skills, this is a meaningful opportunity with long-term potential.

What You’ll Do:

  • Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and routine procedures.
  • Provide daily animal care including feeding, monitoring, and maintaining enclosures.
  • Safely handle and restrain animals during exams and diagnostics.
  • Support medication administration and basic testing.
  • Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized treatment areas.
  • Accurately document patient care and observations.
  • Assist pet owners with general care guidance.


What You Bring:

  • At least 1 year of experience in animal care, veterinary, or shelter environments.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced setting.
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Positive, team-oriented attitude and dependable work ethic.


Work Environment:

  • Active clinic and shelter setting.
  • Exposure to animals, noise, and varying conditions.
  • Physically active role requiring lifting up to 50 lbs.


What You’ll Gain:

  • Weekly pay.
  • Consistent full-time schedule.
  • Hands-on veterinary experience.
  • Opportunity for long-term placement.
  • Meaningful work that supports animal health and the community.


Benefits Upon Permanent Hire:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off (vacation and sick leave).
  • Retirement plan.
  • Stable government career opportunity.
  • Production and safety bonuses.


Apply Today

Apply now to be considered for this Veterinary Assistant opportunity in Harris County, TX.

About Openwork:

Openwork connects professionals with meaningful work. With over 50 years of experience, we are committed to helping you build a strong and rewarding career.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

#OPWHOU

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Immediate start

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